Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer focuses on investigate product non‑conformances using structured methodologies (5‑why, 8d, ishikawa), driving robust corrective and preventive actions.

What the role involves

• Investigate product non‑conformances using structured methodologies (5‑Why, 8D, Ishikawa), driving robust corrective and preventive actions.
• Supporting Material Review Board activities—inspecting, assessing and dispositioning non‑conforming parts and assemblies.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering to ensure inspection, calibration and verification processes remain capable and compliant.
• Perform supplier evaluations, audits, and ongoing performance reviews to ensure adherence to specifications, certifications and quality expectations.
• Leading supplier‑related problem‑solving activities, ensuring timely and effective containment, root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitoring supplier KPIs (delivery performance, PPM, right‑first‑time), identify trends.

Skills and requirements

• Experience in a quality engineering or supplier quality engineering role within electronics, electro‑mechanical, safety‑critical or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Practical experience with supplier quality tools—auditing, inspection methodologies, PPAP‑style reviews, NCR management and supplier corrective actions.
• Strong problem‑solving capability using recognised quality tools (8D, 5‑Why, PFMEA, SPC).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001‑based quality management systems.

Confirmed role details

• 25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
• Company bonus Scheme.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving